What happened this day in history February 8, 1942

What are the important events that happened on February 8, 1942? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

February 8, 1942: Facts & Myths About This Day

February 8, 1942 is the 39th day of the year 1942 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 326 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Sunday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is January 26, 1942 – a Sunday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘triacontaenneagon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a Cent every day starting at age 4, then by now that person has accumulated $285.39. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Aquarius is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Amethyst is the modern birthstone for this month. Bloodstone is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Snake is the mythical animal and Metal is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

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February 8, 1942 Historical Events

  • 1942
    World War II: Japan invades Singapore.

Who were born on February 8, 1942?

  • 1942
    Bob Munden, American shooting competitor
  • 1942
    Robert Klein, American comedian
  • 1942
    Terry Melcher, American musician and record producer (d. 2004)

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